The flight operations at Cologne/Bonn Airport were temporarily disrupted this morning. According to the Federal Police, the security area had been cleared. The airport has since reopened, but passengers should expect delays as they are gradually allowed back into the security areas to avoid overcrowding.
Sicherheit eines Gepäckstücks fraglich
Employees reportedly identified suspicious items in a bag. These items were clearly identifiable as potentially dangerous on the control monitors. The bag should have been automatically sorted by the system. Instead of being directed to a separate belt for further inspection, the carry-on piece was sent to the passenger on the regular belt.
Bundespolizei am Flughafen Köln/Bonn
The unknown individual took the bag and disappeared into the security area. The Federal Police subsequently searched for the passenger and the luggage.
Details about what caused the “security incident” have not yet been released by authorities. Information from WDR indicates that the new security technology being implemented at the airport was not functioning properly.
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Sendung: WDR 5, WDR aktuell, 13.02.2026, 08:30 Uhr
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at Cologne/Bonn Airport?
Flight operations were temporarily disrupted due to a security incident in the terminals. The security areas were cleared, but the airport has since reopened.
What caused the disruption?
Details about the cause of the incident have not been released, but information from WDR suggests a problem with newly installed security technology.
What is the current status of the airport?
The airport is open, but passengers should expect delays as they are gradually allowed back into the security areas.
As the airport returns to normal operations, what steps might be taken to ensure the reliability of the new security technology and prevent similar disruptions in the future?
